Winslow 2.54 mm Pitch Vertical 18 Way Through Hole Turned Pin Open Frame DIL Socket, 5A W30518TRC

Winslow W30518TRC is a high-quality, open frame, 18-way DIL socket engineered for reliable and repeatable connections of dual in-line package (DIP) ICs. With a standard 2.54 mm pitch and turned-pin contacts, this vertical socket is designed for professional PCB assembly, prototyping, and laboratory electronics applications.

This model features gold and tin plated contacts, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance and signal integrity. The contacts' main body consists of beryllium copper alloy for robust electrical performance and a tin-plated brass outer shell for durability. Rated for up to 1000 insertions, the socket is ideal for development work where IC replacement or debugging is frequent and permanent soldering is deferred.

The through-hole mounting style ensures secure placement into PCBs, while its vertical orientation is compatible with standard DIP component footprints. The housing is made from polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), a high-performance engineering plastic that offers good mechanical strength and thermal stability up to 150°C, with a wide operating temperature range from -55°C to +125°C. These characteristics make the Winslow W30518TRC suitable for demanding industrial, laboratory, and commercial environments.

The open frame design reduces excess material, facilitating heat dissipation during soldering and minimizing weight. With row width of 7.62 mm and compact overall dimensions (22.78 mm × 4.6 mm × 10.14 mm), this socket allows space-efficient PCB layouts and dense component placement.

Each socket provides 18 individual turned pins for precise IC connections, supporting a maximum current of 5A per contact. The four-finger contact design (gold over nickel-plated beryllium-copper) guarantees firm gripping and electrical reliability even after repeated insertions.

Winslow W30518TRC is used in electronics manufacturing, research and development, industrial control systems, laboratory instrumentation, and commercial PCB assembly where DIP ICs must be mounted temporarily or for serviceability.

Open frame DIP socket with 18 turned pins for secure IC connection. 2.54 mm pitch allows compatibility with standard DIP components. Gold and tin plated contacts ensure reliable conductivity and durability. Through hole mounting and vertical orientation for robust PCB placement.

Socket constructed with polybutylene terephthalate housing for strength and thermal stability. Beryllium copper alloy contacts with tin-plated brass provide long service life and high insertion cycles. Rated up to 1000 insertions for development and prototyping applications.

Wide operating temperature range from -55°C to +125°C suitable for industrial electronics. Maximum rated current of 5A supports higher power devices. Compact size (22.78 mm × 4.6 mm × 10.14 mm) enables space-efficient PCB design.

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